Description
Elevate your meal with this zesty lemon garlic chicken marinade, bursting with vibrant flavors that will delight your taste buds. This simple yet delicious marinade combines fresh garlic and tangy lemon to infuse tender chicken with a mouthwatering taste. Perfect for grilling, baking, or stir-frying, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Say goodbye to bland chicken and hello to a culinary experience that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 large fresh lemons
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or bake for 20-25 minutes until juices run clear.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving with fresh veggies or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg